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“Light Falafel (No Fava Beans)”
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Freekeh Soup
Freekeh soup, a nourishing and very tasty option. Serve freekeh alongside main dishes or as a light dinner.
Basbousa Cake with Ashta
Basbousa Cake with Ashta! Beautiful in both appearance and taste. This recipe may require a bit of precision and patience to prepare, but when we have the time to make a special dish that delights those around us, why not?
Maamoul
Nothing beats maamoul, especially when it is made in your own kitchen with a carefully balanced amount of ghee and sugar. This recipe is worth trying, whether for holidays and special occasions or to enjoy with a cup of coffee after a long day at work!
Meat Pasta
Meat pasta is one of the tastiest and easiest Italian recipes, and it is very popular across the Arab world! I wonder why kids especially love it :) There is no doubt it is super delicious.
Cold Athmaliya with Pakistani Vermicelli
Cold Athmaliya — an alternative to the traditional Athmaliya made with Pakistani vermicelli. A very special, light, and easy recipe that does not require an oven.
Pasta and Tuna Salad
A colorful, vegetable-rich pasta and tuna salad that works as a light, balanced meal. Garlic and fresh basil add a distinctive flavor. Serve immediately.
Shrimp with Soy Sauce and Vegetables
A light, quick shrimp stir-fry with soy sauce and mixed vegetables—low in calories and ideal for lunch or dinner. Don’t overcook the vegetables so they stay crisp and fresh. Serve with a little steamed rice or noodles.
Wheat Pudding with Nuts, No Milk
Milk-free wheat pudding is the ultimate winter dessert if you like serving it warm... Boiled wheat gives you energy and warmth! You can also enjoy it cold.
Easy Orange Cake
Easy orange cake — a classic, lightly textured loaf flavored with fresh orange juice and zest. Perfect with an afternoon cup of tea.
Chicken with Thyme (Oregano)
Thyme-flavored chicken — a light, healthy and delicious recipe. Uses boneless chicken breasts and only a tablespoon of oil in the marinade.
Zucchini and Eggplant Maqluba in Oil
Zucchini and eggplant maqluba — a traditional, simple dish with few ingredients, no spices or meat. A light summer recipe served cold.
Milk Loaf Cake
Easy, quick and light — the kids will love it and so will you. Nothing beats homemade cake; perfect for afternoon tea!
How to Make the Easiest Bulgur Badfeen
Bulgur Badfeen is a super tasty, easy, and nourishing recipe. We recommend making this dish from time to time because bulgur has many important nutritional benefits.
Chocolate Ice Cream or Booza
This chocolate ice cream recipe is irresistible... easier than you’d think! Try the method now and cool off with delicious homemade chocolate booza!
How to Make Jallab Drink
Jallab is the number-one Ramadan drink, especially in Syria, Jordan, Palestine, and Lebanon. We’re used to buying it ready-made and diluting it with water, but making it at home is something else :)
Chocolate Spread for Sandwiches
An easy, economical chocolate spread that’s a healthy alternative to Nutella and other store-bought sandwich chocolates. A tried-and-true recipe kids will love!
Red Lentil Mujaddara
Red lentil mujaddara—perhaps the dish loved by young and old alike; delicious, nourishing, and very wallet-friendly.
Sour Green Grape Juice
All kinds of juices are popular in hot weather, and today we’re making #grape_juice ... Some people don’t know it, while others make it with sugar instead of salt.

















